A judge in the Dominican Republic found baseball player Wander Franco criminally responsible in a sexual abuse case involving a minor. Despite the guilty finding, Franco will not serve a prison sentence.

A former lawyer from Olsztyn, Poland, who was convicted of multiple frauds and other crimes, remains at large for two years and is believed by the court to be hiding in the Dominican Republic.

Streamer IShowSpeed unexpectedly met fellow streamer Fanum while touring the Dominican Republic, creating a viral video moment that sparked online chaos.

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader announced the suspension of a planned gold mine operation by Canadian company GoldQuest, following public protests in the southern part of the country.

Hundreds of citizens in the Dominican Republic have taken to the streets to protest a Canadian mining project, citing environmental and social concerns.

Albanian police in Elbasan concluded operation 'Streha,' uncovering a three-story building used for prostitution and the sale of cocaine and cannabis, leading to the arrest of four Colombian and Dominican Republic nationals.

Mike Pennel, a two-time Chiefs Super Bowl champion and longtime NFL defensive lineman, is reportedly a person of interest in the potential homicide of a woman in the Dominican Republic.

South Korea's Foreign Ministry announced the appointment of new ambassadors, including economist Kim Heung-chong as the new envoy to the United Kingdom, as part of a broader diplomatic reshuffle.

Heavy rains and floods in the Dominican Republic last week resulted in the deaths of seven people and forced over 30,000 residents to evacuate their homes.

Victoria Iakimova, who was appointed honorary consul of Ukraine in the Dominican Republic in mid-March, has been dismissed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reportedly due to her attire rather than nude photos.

A Belgian real estate agent is being prosecuted for his involvement in scams, including Forex fraud and a dubious project in the Dominican Republic, and for emptying his company's accounts of nearly €500,000.

Serbian actor Stefan Kapičić is currently filming a movie alongside Keanu Reeves in the Dominican Republic, though details about his role remain unknown.

The Dominican Republic is emerging as the latest battleground in the ongoing space race between the United States and China.

Norwegian clipfish, traditionally dominant in the Dominican Republic, is now facing strong competition from a cheaper alternative due to limited availability of the fish.

A controversial strike three call ended the Dominican Republic's hopes of making it to the World Baseball Classic final and allowed Team USA to advance.

(ANSA) - SANTO DOMINGO, 11 MAR - The exhibition 'Città in Scena. Urban regeneration: the Italian path towards a sustainable future', promoted by the Italian Embassy in the Dominican Republic on the…

A Winnipeg woman killed in a bus crash while on vacation is being remembered as a determined, caring and selfless mother who always offered a helping hand to those who needed it — whether it be volunteering or rescuing stray cats.

The Embassy of Canada to the Dominican Republic says there were Canadians involved in a tourist bus accident in the Caribbean nation on Sunday night.

The Caribbean island of the Dominican Republic is experiencing a slowdown in its tourism growth, despite being the second-largest destination in the region. The country aims to attract more foreign visitors, particularly from France.

Italian Ambassador Stefano Queirolo Palmas was awarded the Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of Duarte, Sánchez, and Mella during a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic.

A large part of the Dominican Republic, including the capital Santo Domingo, experienced a widespread power outage due to a serious system malfunction. The network operator has begun restoration efforts.

Former All-Star Wander Franco was found guilty of sexual abuse of a minor in the Dominican Republic but avoided prison after being granted a judicial pardon by the court.

The Dominican Republic has agreed to accept third-country migrants deported by the U.S., reversing President Luis Abinader’s previous stance as part of President Trump’s efforts to find countries willing to take deportees.

A chaotic moment from IShowSpeed's Dominican Republic livestream went viral after a fan attempted to kiss the streamer on a crowded bus, leaving him visibly horrified before security intervened.

Dominican President Luis Abinader announced the suspension of a mining project by Canadian company GoldQuest, following local protests in the southern part of the country.

The Dominican Republic showcases how it can combine the packaged paradise, with Punta Cana as its highlight, with other layers that typically don't appear in tourist brochures.

Archaeologists in the Dominican Republic are excavating a church, believing they may have found the skeleton of Enriquillo, a 16th-century Taíno cacique and "first guerrilla leader in the Americas."

The Italian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Sergio Maffettone, presented his credentials to President Luis Abinader, marking a step towards strengthening ties and exploring new economic opportunities between the two nations.

The Dominican Republic announced the seizure of 1.6 tons of cocaine originating from South America in an operation conducted with US support, intercepting the cargo on a vessel off its southern coast.

A UCO report reveals that businessman Juan Carlos Aldama provided Koldo García with the personal phone number of the Dominican Republic's president to facilitate business expansion, suggesting a three-way call with former minister Ábalos.

The Podgorica High State Prosecutor's Office announced activities related to large drug seizures, stating that one suspect in Podgorica, Germany, Bolivia, Thailand, Belgium, and the Dominican Republic ordered and organized maritime or air transport of large quantities of cocaine, cannabis, and hashish.

The article discusses the safety of the Caribbean as a tourist destination, noting that the Dominican Republic is increasingly becoming a preferred choice for many travelers.

Dominican officials have canceled classes and issued warnings for potential flooding and power outages due to heavy rainfall across the country.

Rapper Yailin La Más Viral was arrested in the Dominican Republic after police discovered two firearms in her Lamborghini during an operation in Santo Domingo.

Ambassador Sergio Maffettone, designated to lead the Italian diplomatic mission in the Dominican Republic, presented his Letters of Credence to the Caribbean country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Paul Skenes' gamble paid off in a big way as he led the U.S. past a stacked Dominican Republic lineup.

Paula Cury discusses taking “the hard route” for her first feature film, premiering at Copenhagen doc fest CPH:DOX, finding “very brave” women to speak up, and the global backlash against women’s…

Brooks Nader shares stunning bikini photos from her Dominican Republic getaway at Amanera Resort with her sisters from their show 'Love Thy Nader.'

The Dominican Republic marked the 182nd anniversary of Dominican independence in Seoul on Thursday. The Dominican Republic celebrates its declaration of independence by activists led by Juan Pablo Duarte in 1844 on Feb. 27 each year. “Our independence is not merely a chapter in a history book,” Dominican Ambassador to Korea Angie Martinez said in her remarks, highlighting shared resilience and ‘complementarity’ with South Korea, "It was not inherited — it has been strengthened and renewed by eac

On February 27, 1844, the independence of the Dominican Republic from Haiti was proclaimed, marking a new phase in turbulent Caribbean history.

The first 'Guide to Doing Business in the Dominican Republic' has been published and is available on the website of the Italian Embassy in Santo Domingo, aiming to assist businesses in a high-potential market.

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The Dominican Republic officially designated Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Hezbollah as terrorist organizations, aligning with its commitment to fighting global terrorism.

Police at Frankfurt Airport arrested a suspected international drug gang leader upon his arrival from the Dominican Republic, with cocaine found hidden in bananas and coconuts. A court is now reviewing his extradition to Spain.

A Canadian mining project, which aimed to extract gold, copper, and silver deposits, has been suspended in the Dominican Republic. The project reportedly sought to access 1.1 million ounces of reserves.

Hundreds of people marched in a southern province of the Dominican Republic on Sunday, May 3rd, to protest against a proposed gold mine project by Canadian company GoldQuest.

A Biden-appointed judge has ordered the release from ICE custody of a suspected illegal migrant from the Dominican Republic, who was subject to a deportation order and an Interpol Red Notice for murder.

Mike Pennel, who played for the Bengals in 2025, has been identified as a person of interest in the case of a missing woman who died in the Dominican Republic, according to ESPN.

GoldQuest has reported a potential depth extension at its Romero Gold-Copper Project located in the Dominican Republic.

Flights between the Dominican Republic and Haiti, which were suspended in March 2024 due to security concerns in Haiti, are expected to restart in May.

Torrential rains have caused severe flooding in the Dominican Republic and Haiti, resulting in at least 19 deaths and displacing thousands. The heavy rainfall led to school closures, reduced work hours, and power outages in the capital, Santo Domingo.

Nearly 30,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in the Dominican Republic, and three have died, due to the effects of torrential rains that have affected the country for over a month.

The Caribbean continues to be a popular tourist destination, with the Dominican Republic increasingly becoming a primary choice for many travelers seeking perfect vacations.

Glenys Rosario, an agricultural engineer from the Dominican Republic, is dedicated to securing the future of cocoa farming amidst various challenges.

A 19-year-old Canadian from Quebec was shot and killed in the Dominican Republic while on vacation with his brother, prompting a national police investigation into the incident.

W Hotels is introducing a new standard for all-inclusive luxury with its adults-only resort located on the pristine beaches of Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.

Chad is preparing to deploy new troops to Haiti, replacing the Kenyan force, with Chadian soldiers currently undergoing training in the United States.

The deceased's wife allegedly played a "key role" in organizing the homicide.

To strengthen the red team in Survivor, another new player landed in the Dominican Republic, as we watched in the new episode that aired on Saturday night on SKAI.

A Manitoba woman who died after a bus accident in the Dominican Republic on Sunday is being remembered as a "fearless" traveller who was passionate about exploring the world.

Portuguese sailors are attempting to prevent the sale of the ship Mondego to the Dominican Republic, arguing that the sale would destroy evidence crucial to an ongoing insubordination case against military personnel. Lawyers have petitioned the court to halt the process.

The Amir has extended congratulations to the president of the Dominican Republic, marking a diplomatic exchange between the two nations.

Italian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Stefano Queirolo Palmas, received an honorary doctorate from the Central University of the East (UCE) in San Pedro de Macoris.